Lamb Burgers with Garlic, Rosemary, and Spices Recipe
These flavorful Lamb Burgers combine aromatic garlic, red onion, and fresh rosemary with robust spices for a juicy, perfectly seasoned meal ready in just 30 minutes. Ideal for stovetop or grill cooking, they promise a tender, savory burger experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
For the Lamb Burger Patties
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/2 cup minced red onion (about half of a medium red onion)
- 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves
- 2 teaspoons garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 pound ground lamb (15-20% fat recommended)
Instructions
- Prepare Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add minced garlic, red onion, and fresh rosemary leaves; sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and onions are tender.
- Mix Seasonings: In a small bowl, whisk together garlic salt, black pepper, chili powder, and onion powder to create a spice blend.
- Combine Ingredients: Place the ground lamb in a large bowl. Add the sautéed onion mixture and the seasoning blend. Using gloved hands, combine thoroughly to evenly distribute flavors throughout the meat.
- Form Patties: Shape the lamb mixture into 4 equal-sized patties. For even thickness and to prevent puffing during cooking, use a hamburger press if available and create a thumb indent in the center of each patty.
- Preheat Cooking Surface: If using a flat top griddle, preheat to 375°F. Alternatively, prepare a skillet or grill to medium-high heat for cooking the patties.
- Cook Burgers: Place patties on the hot cooking surface. Cook for 2-3 minutes on the first side. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the second side. Flip a final time and cook for 1-2 minutes more, or until an internal meat thermometer reads 160°F to ensure doneness.
Notes
- Using a hamburger press helps maintain even patty thickness and ensures uniform cooking.
- The thumb indent in the patty center prevents the burger from puffing up as it cooks.
- Lamb with 15-20% fat content is recommended for juicy and flavorful burgers.
- These burgers can be cooked on a flat top griddle, skillet, or grill depending on your preference.
- Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure food safety, aiming for 160°F.
